Kanae Hazuki Book order

First published in Japan in 2017 by Kodansha Ltd., Tokyo as Sukitte iinayo, volume 18--Colophon.

First published in Japan in 2016 by Kodansha Ltd., Tokyo as Sukitte iinayo, volume 17--Colophon.

Reads from right to left and back to front in the traditional manga format.

Since her "friends" framed her for the death of the class rabbit in elementary school, Mei Tachibana has given up on other people. But when Mei kicks Yamato, the most popular boy at her high school, in the head (she was aiming for someone else), she becomes enemy No. 1 among the student body . . . while Yamato himself grows more and more fascinated with her! How long can Mei keep her heart closed off? How long will she refuse to say "I love you"?

Graduation is only a few months away and Mei and Yamato have both found their future careers. Mei has decided to go into childcare and Yamato will become a professional photographer. But not everyone has found their place. Megumi uses the summer break to travel to Paris in an attempt to make it as an international model, but she quickly discovers that she doesn t have the same appeal as she does back home. Megumi will do anything it takes to break into the industry, but she may have to rely on local help to overcome the many hurdles that stand in her way.

Navigating the challenges of college life, the protagonist faces a myriad of dilemmas, from academic pressures to social dynamics. The story delves into themes of identity, friendship, and self-discovery, portraying the complexities of young adulthood. As the character encounters various obstacles, they must make critical decisions that shape their future and personal growth. The narrative captures the essence of the college experience, blending humor and heartfelt moments while exploring the pursuit of dreams and the reality of life's uncertainties.

GRACE IN DEFEAT? Megumi has beaten Mei in the School Idol Contest. And to the victor go the spoils: a date with Yamato. Mei says she’s fine with it, but she’s never been good at hiding her feelings, and her friends can tell she’s concerned. But when Mei pays a visit to Yamato’s older brother at his salon, she hears about the feelings he’s been carrying all this time… and learns something new about love.

Mei and Yamato prepare for their second Christmas as a couple. The year before, a cold had got Mei down, but this year she s determined to go all out, and the two plan a party at Yamato s for all their friends. A gathering this size would ve been unimaginable to Mei just a few years before! When the day finally arrives, she begins to worry has Mei bitten off more Christmas cake than she can chew?

It s time for the school Culture Festival, and Yamato seems like a shoo-in to as the male School Idol Contest winner. But Megumi s entered the contest too, and the prize is a date night for the winners! For the first time, Mei decides to put herself out there, but, with her priorities now straightened out, Meg s been rejuvenated, too! Who will win the hearts of her classmates and walk away with Yamato?

Mei Tachibana was once filled with anxiety over her blossoming relationship with popular boy Yamato Kurosawa. Would she know what to do in a romantic relationship? How would she deal with rivals like Aiko and Megumi, while handling her own insecurities? Mei's managed to get over her fears with Kai's help, but now Kai has an unexpected confession to make that might throw everything back into doubta.